Altona Manitoba Map

About Altona, Manitoba

Altona is a town in 5,8-2-1-W, Manitoba, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Altona is located at 49.1047°N, 97.5589°W.

Altona, Manitoba, rests on the fertile plains of the Red River Valley, a landscape shaped by the ancient lakebed of glacial Lake Agassiz, giving rise to its rich, dark soil. It lies 27.3 km west-north-west of Emerson, MB (from Emerson, MB: bearing 294°T), and is situated 10.5 km south of Rosenfeld. This agricultural heartland, where the sky seems to stretch forever, has a history deeply intertwined with Mennonite settlement, beginning in the late 19th century. The economy of Altona has long been anchored in the cultivation of its bountiful earth, with grain farming and the processing of agricultural products forming its backbone, though modern diversification includes manufacturing and services. The air here, especially after a prairie rain, carries a clean, earthy scent, a constant reminder of the land's enduring generosity. Life in Altona flows with a steady, grounded purpose, reflecting the diligence of its people and the predictable cycles of the seasons. The cultural character of Altona is marked by a strong sense of community and a proud heritage, often expressed through its festivals and agricultural fairs. While no single globally recognized landmark defines Altona, the iconic water tower, a sentinel against the vast prairie horizon, stands as a familiar symbol. The town's educational pursuits are well-served by local institutions, and its spirit is often felt on the local sports fields where residents cheer for their teams. Significant events throughout the year celebrate the region's agricultural roots and cultural diversity, drawing people together. Among its most recognized figures, though perhaps not household names worldwide, are individuals who have contributed significantly to agriculture, local governance, and community building, embodying the quiet strength of this prairie place.

About This Altona Map Page

Explore Altona, Manitoba, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 49.104722, -97.558889. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Altona includes the postal code (R6W), telephone area code (204, 431). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Altona is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.